More Sails

Somewhere in Long Island Sound

You wouldn't catch me tending to that uppermost sail.  That's over 100 feet above the deck of the Charles W Morgan.   I guess somebody has to do it though.  Again, the pictures taken on the Morgan under sail were taken by my wife.  I can't take any credit for them at all.  

Docked

Mystic, CT

I almost didn't have a contribution this week to Weekend Reflections.  I've been pretty busy lately, and have far too little time to get out to do some photography.  Fortunately last evening I spent some time at Mystic Seaport,  and there's nothing like a visit to the Seaport to stock up on reflections.   My only problem was trying to decide which version of this small boat I liked better.  So I posted both, for your viewing pleasure.  Have a great weekend.

Under Sail

Somewhere in  Long Island Sound

My wife's comment after sailing aboard the Morgan was that she couldn't stop looking up at the sails. The main truck of the Morgan rises 110 feet above the deck. When fully rigged, there is about 13,000 square feet of sail which enabled the whale ship to cruise up to  8 knots. It is a very majestic sight to see.  

Charles W Morgan's Sails

New London, CT

The Charles W Morgan was featured in this blog when she left Mystic Seaport on her 38th Voyage this past June.  She returned to New London to off load some ballast before returning to Mystic Seaport.  My wife, who works at the Seaport was involved in the 38th Voyage which featured stops in  Martha's Vineyard, New Bedford,  and Boston.  Upon her return to New London, employees were given the opportunity to sail aboard this historic vessel for a day.  This week I'll be featuring some pictures from my wife's sail.  I can take no credit for these pictures.  They were all taken by her.  She is a far, far better artist than I. 

Bugeye

Mystic, CT

More Austin Healey's

Mystic CT

Austin Healey's come in a lot of different colors.  

Austin Healey

Mystic, CT

Bow Ornament

Mystic, CT

This is not one of my usual reflections.  Looking closely at this bow ornament, seen during the recent Wooden Boat Show at Mystic, one can make out some interesting reflections.  You have to look pretty close though.  There might even be a "selfie" hidden somewhere.  I'm sharing with with Weekend Reflections.  Have a nice weekend.

St Catherine's Church

Broad Brook, CT

Broad Brook Garage

Broad Brook, CT

One Man's Art

Middletown, CT

Middlesex Judicial District Court House

Middletown, CT

Preston Ridge Winery

Preston, CT

Preston Ridge Winery is a very recent addition to the Connecticut Wine trail, having opened in 2010. It's a very picturesque spot nestled between some of the ridges which traverse southeast Connecticut. This was our last stop for the weekend.  All in all, we visited 6 vineyards and sampled wines at each over one weekend.  We still need to visit 10 more and there's plenty of summer left.

Downtown Mural

New London, CT

I thought you'd like to see the actual mural that appeared in yesterday's post.  It is quite imposing when is is not seen reflected in the windows across the street.  This is one of many murals that have been created throughout downtown New London, many of which have found their way into this blog.

Mural Reflection

New London, CT

I had posted a picture of this tattoo parlor about a month ago on this blog.   This slightly different angle made for quite an eerie reflection in the window of a giant mural on the building across the street.  As always you can find other very interesting and far less eerie reflections by checking out Weekend Reflections hosted by James.  Have a nice weekend and thanks for stopping  by.